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Fixing a mistake on your ESTA Application

Updated: Oct 17, 2022  | Tags: Mistake on ESTA, ESTA

The ESTA, or visa waiver, application may seem like a simple application, yet it is quite common to make a mistake. The most common mistakes are incorrect birthdate, passport expiry/issuance dates or passport number. If you find you've made a mistake on your ESTA application, here's what to do (checkout the video for a brief summary):

Fixing a mistake on your ESTA Application
Fixing a mistake on your ESTA Application



Mistake on Question 1

If you made a mistake on Question 1 of the ESTA application form, you can wait 24 hours and try submitting a fresh application. If you answered Questions 2 - Question 9 incorrectly, you will need to telephone US Customs and Border Patrol on +1 (202) 325-8000 or email the ESTA technical team via their website and let them know of your error: https://help.cbp.gov/s/article/Article-ContactUs?language=en_US.

Mistake on other ESTA form questions

If you made a mistake on any of the fields below, or any of the eligibility questions, you will need to submit a fresh application. These fields are individually listed below and described.

  • First (given) name - This is the first name on your passport.
  • Last (family) name - This is the last name or family name on your passport.
  • Gender - This is the gender listed on your passport.
  • City of birth - This is your city of birth on the passport.
  • Country of birth - This is your country of birth on your passport.
  • Country of citizenship - This is your country of citizenship on your passport.
  • Country of residence - This is your country of residence on your passport.
  • Country of passport issuance - This is the country that issued your passport.
  • Birth date - This is the date of birth on your passport.
  • Passport number - This is the number, usually 7-12 alphanumeric characters, of your passport.
  • Passport expiry date - This is the expiry date of your passport.
  • Passport issuance date - This is the date your passport was issued.

What can I change on my ESTA form after submission?

After submission of your ESTA application form, the only fields you will be able to change are - "Address While In The United States" and / or "E-mail Address".

If you hold a passport from a visa waiver eligible country and wish to obtain an ESTA for tourist, business, medical or transit purposes, get started on your application, otherwise, visit the FAQ to learn more about the ESTA

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